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Redstone can prevent total Gordon Elliott dominance at Fairyhouse

Redstone can prevent total Gordon Elliott dominance at Fairyhouse

It is not inconceivable that the in-form trainer could go through Saturday's card

Newcastle officials left 'gutted' with abandonment of Fighting Fifth card

Newcastle officials left 'gutted' with abandonment of Fighting Fifth card

Willie Mullins strikes back with near-120-1 five-timer in Thurles

Willie Mullins strikes back with near-120-1 five-timer in Thurles

'Completely and utterly unacceptable' delay in IHRB finance probe

'Completely and utterly unacceptable' delay in IHRB finance probe

Landmark wins for Danny Mullins and Conor Owens at Tramore

Landmark wins for Danny Mullins and Conor Owens at Tramore

When Danny Mullins guided Leish Oscars Son to victory in the Doneraile Walk Beginners’ Chase, it was his 500th time returning victorious to the winner’s enclosure in Ireland

Tue, 28 Nov, 2023

Impaire Et Passe on course for Hatton's Grace return

Impaire Et Passe on course for Hatton's Grace return

The five-year-old is rated the biggest threat to the brilliant Constitution Hill by some bookmakers in this season's Champion Hurdle market

Tue, 28 Nov, 2023

Punchestown Winter Festival - Day One - Saturday 25th November

Tramore tips: Where’s My Jet can take flight in finale

Banprionsa should have no trouble getting off the mark in the New Year’s Day Discount Tickets Online Mares’ Maiden Hurdle

Tue, 28 Nov, 2023

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Will Shishkin wriggle out of Timeform squiggle after refusing to run?

The horse’s high-profile refusal to start came just 48 hours after racing’s rulers dispensed with the hunting crop aid

Mon, 27 Nov, 2023

JJ Levin on Fastorslow clears the last behind Patrick Mullins on Appreciate It but comes home to win 26/11/2023

Fastorslow too good for Galopin Des Champs again at Punchestown

Martin Brassil's Fastorslow proved his spring triumph was no fluke with a rousing success under JJ Slevin.

Sun, 26 Nov, 2023

Betfair Chase Day 2023 - Haydock Park Racecourse

Slate Lane picks up valuable Haydock pot for Emmet Mullins

Owned by Paul Byrnes, Slate Lane was winning for the fourth time in succession.

Sat, 25 Nov, 2023

Betfair Chase Day 2023 - Haydock Park Racecourse

Royale Pagaille upsets Bravemansgame in Betfair Chase at Haydock

In the closing stages it was Venetia Williams' charge who pushed on

Sat, 25 Nov, 2023

Punchestown Winter Festival - Day One - Saturday 25th November

Mullins content as State Man untroubled in Morgiana Hurdle

State Man made a pleasing return to action when retaining his title

Sat, 25 Nov, 2023

Shishkin file photo

Shishkin refuses to start in 1965 Chase at Ascot

Nico de Boinville was partnering the gelding, who was the short-priced favourite.

Sat, 25 Nov, 2023

Graham Lee switches hospital to be nearer home

Graham Lee switches hospital to be nearer home

The Irish jockey suffered a serious injury at Newcastle a fortnight ago.

Sat, 25 Nov, 2023

Talking Horses: Protektorat can defend Betfair Chase crown

Talking Horses: Protektorat can defend Betfair Chase crown

This will be a duel between the champion and Bravemansgame.

Sat, 25 Nov, 2023

State Man file photo

Irish weekend preview: State Man a cut above Punchestown rivals

Sunday sees the return to action of Cheltenham Gold Cup hero Galopin Des Champs

Sat, 25 Nov, 2023

Irish tips: Better Days Ahead can make amends at Fairyhouse

Irish tips: Better Days Ahead can make amends at Fairyhouse

The chasing debut of the Willie Mullins-trained Mister Policeman promises to be the highlight of Friday’s action

Fri, 24 Nov, 2023

Klassical Dream dazzles on chasing debut at Thurles

Klassical Dream dazzles on chasing debut at Thurles

Hurdling debutant Westport Cove completed a double for the Mullins team in the concluding maiden hurdle

Thu, 23 Nov, 2023

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Teahupoo on course to defend Hatton's Grace title

Stayers' Hurdle hero Sire Du Berlais is likely to line up in opposition at Fairyhouse

Thu, 23 Nov, 2023

Gavin Cromwell 22/11/2023

Upwardly mobile Gavin Cromwell a man in a hurry

With 35 winners already on the sheet for this season, he is on track to surpass his previous best in Ireland

Thu, 23 Nov, 2023

Thurles tips: Will Do can build on Sligo success

Thurles tips: Will Do can build on Sligo success

Klassical Dream makes his chasing debut in the first race on the card

Thu, 23 Nov, 2023

Donovan steers Shotgun Jack to Limerick success

Donovan steers Shotgun Jack to Limerick success

Much of the credit for this win must go to jockey Philip Donovan

Wed, 22 Nov, 2023

Dundalk tips: Dream Ticket can come up trumps for McCreery

Dundalk tips: Dream Ticket can come up trumps for McCreery

Haalim catches the eye in the first division of the Dundalk Stadium Gift Vouchers Available Online Handicap.

Wed, 22 Nov, 2023

Thyme Hill File Photo

Hobbs team hit by loss of stable stalwart Thyme Hill

Three-time Grade One winner suffered fatal injury on gallops

Tue, 21 Nov, 2023

Paul Nolan 14/3/2022

Limerick tips: Glen Kiln can get punters off to flying start

Chiefs Kingdom can land the spoils in the second race, the Adare Manor Opportunity Maiden Hurdle

Tue, 21 Nov, 2023

A fresh perspective but end goal remains the same for Gordon Elliott

A fresh perspective but end goal remains the same for Gordon Elliott

The Meath trainer remains determined to launch another to perennial champion trainer Willie Mullins

Mon, 20 Nov, 2023

Hereford Races

Denis O'Regan calls time on historic horse riding career

A multiple Grade One-winning rider, he perhaps will be best remembered for his successful if relatively brief link-up with trainer Howard Johnson and owner Graham Wylie in the north of England.

Sat, 18 Nov, 2023

Talking Horses: Unexpected Party primed for big run in Paddy Power Gold Cup

Talking Horses: Unexpected Party primed for big run in Paddy Power Gold Cup

Elsewhere on Saturday’s Cheltenham card, Good Risk At All should be tough to beat in the From The Horse's Mouth Podcast Novices' Chase.

Sat, 18 Nov, 2023

How will we reflect on the racing season to come?

How will we reflect on the racing season to come?

More of the same will not make Constitution Hill a true legend.

Sat, 18 Nov, 2023

Weekend Irish preview: Dee Capo can successfully step up in grade for Gordon Elliott at Navan

Weekend Irish preview: Dee Capo can successfully step up in grade for Gordon Elliott at Navan

Zanahiyr can take the Grade Two Railway Bar Lismullen Hurdle

Sat, 18 Nov, 2023

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Rookie trainer Brian Toomey grateful for Harry Redknapp support

The Irishman admits it has been a far from straightforward journey to reach this proud moment.

Fri, 17 Nov, 2023

It’s For Me and Loughglynn make winning starts over hurdles at Punchestown

It’s For Me and Loughglynn make winning starts over hurdles at Punchestown

Elsewhere on the card, a fine ride by James Hannon gained Baldur’s Gate his stripes in the Ladbrokes “We Play Together” Handicap Chase

Thu, 16 Nov, 2023

Punchestown tips: Loughglynn can make class tell

Punchestown tips: Loughglynn can make class tell

It's For Me can also strike for Willie Mullins

Thu, 16 Nov, 2023

Graham Lee's family speak of 'overwhelming' support for injured rider

Graham Lee's family speak of 'overwhelming' support for injured rider

The Galwat-born jockey has undergone surgery at the Royal Victoria Infirmary Hospital in Newcastle

Wed, 15 Nov, 2023

Dundalk tips: Nakassama can turn the tables on Not Forgotten

Dundalk tips: Nakassama can turn the tables on Not Forgotten

Elsewher on the card, Sumptuary Law can make it third time lucky by taking the second division of the View Restaurant At Dundalk Stadium Median Auction Maiden.

Wed, 15 Nov, 2023

Auguste Rodin to remain in training next season

Auguste Rodin to remain in training next season

Aidan O’Brien ‘delighted’ to keep dual Derby hero as a four-year-old.

Mon, 13 Nov, 2023

Gordon Elliott celebrates after winning 11/11/2023

Red-hot Elliott savours 'a great day' after Down Royal five-timer

Just one day removed from saddling six winners at the venue, trainer returned to claim the first five winners on Saturday afternoon

Sat, 11 Nov, 2023

Gerri Colombe 'in the mix for Gold Cup' after dogged Down Royal win

Gerri Colombe 'in the mix for Gold Cup' after dogged Down Royal win

Gordon Elliott's 4-7 favourite comes out on top in classy field and sees Cheltenham feature odds cut from 6-1 to 5-1

Sat, 11 Nov, 2023

Allaho makes winning return at Clonmel

Allaho makes winning return at Clonmel

Allegorie De Vassy also did the business for Willie Mullins and Paul Townend

Thu, 09 Nov, 2023

Clonmel tips: Allaho set to make winning return from long absence

Clonmel tips: Allaho set to make winning return from long absence

The dual Ryanair Chase hero hasn’t been seen since winning the Punchestown Gold Cup at their 2022 festival

Thu, 09 Nov, 2023

Galopin Des Champs and Auguste Rodin on collision course for Horse of the Year award

Galopin Des Champs and Auguste Rodin on collision course for Horse of the Year award

Paddington, Tahiyra, State Man, and Energumene are also in the mix for the prize

Wed, 08 Nov, 2023

Imagine makes good first impression over fences at Fairyhouse

Imagine makes good first impression over fences at Fairyhouse

Winning trainer Gordon Elliott also struck with Absolute Notions

Tue, 07 Nov, 2023

Punchestown Festival - Day Three

Willie Mullins' Melbourne Cup challenge ends in Vauban disappointment

The favourite trailed home 14th in the hands of Ryan Moore.

Tue, 07 Nov, 2023

Fairyhouse tips: Sandor Clegane can make his class tell

Fairyhouse tips: Sandor Clegane can make his class tell

Paul Nolan’s horse developed into a smart hurdler last season, culminating in a third-place finish in the Albert Bartlett at the Cheltenham Festival

Tue, 07 Nov, 2023

Henrietta Knight and Best Mate file photo

Henrietta Knight to return to training ranks

Knight retired in 2012 but has remained involved in the sport by running a pre-training business

Mon, 06 Nov, 2023

Hereford Races

Denis O'Regan completes full set with Hereford winner

The Irishman was winless from 28 attempts at Hereford prior to getting the leg-up aboard the 8-15 favourite in the Play Beat Sav At PlanetSportBet Novices' Hurdle

Mon, 06 Nov, 2023

2022 Breeders' Cup

Racing rocked by death of Cody Dorman

The inspirational teenager was closely associated with dual Breeders' Cup winner Cody's Wish

Mon, 06 Nov, 2023

Punchestown Festival - Day Three

Willie Mullins eyes Melbourne Cup breakthrough with Vauban

Known locally as "the race that stops the nation," the title has long eluded horses trained outside Australia and New Zealand.

Mon, 06 Nov, 2023

Sir Bob pips Call The Tune to win Cork Grand National

Sir Bob pips Call The Tune to win Cork Grand National

Under a strong ride by Torrens, the 9-1 chance, who was also quite well backed, dug in deep and, in a pulsating finish, the J. P. McManus-owned gelding put his head in front for the narrowest of successes.

Sun, 05 Nov, 2023

Auguste Rodin File Photo

‘Dream horse’ Auguste Rodin roars to Breeders’ Cup Turf glory

Dual Derby hero confirms his star status at Santa Anita.

Sat, 04 Nov, 2023

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